Helen Chief Speaks Out about Mother Earth in Cree

Wise words in any language, but beautifully spoken here in Cree by Helen Chief of Island Lake, Saskatchewan, who very kindly agreed to let me post her video here, along with the translation of her cousin Celina Jones, and with word-for-word transcription in Cree (to help learners read along) by Solomon Ratt. The video was recorded in White Swan, Washington, and posted on Youtube by Rebecca Centeno in June of 2013.

My name is Helen Chief. I come from Island Lake in Saskatchewan, Canada

5 Responses to Helen Chief Speaks Out about Mother Earth in Cree

So happy to read what you wrote my relative, and yes our Mother is Ill with all the assaults She endures.
We need to pray and then pray some more for all the Creator made. All our ceremonies are very strong and change us and all we pray for.
I am grateful for your words Hiy Hiy

So beautifully said. I too will take care of Mother Earth where I am and encourage/educate others. Thank you so much for speaking out. We need more voices like yours singing in chorus around the world!